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October 1, 2009 Service bulletin

Bmw vehicles: rear axle carrier (sub frame) support proposed class action settlement

BMW technical service bulletin SIB-41-02-09 for 1994-2010 BMW 3 Series.

Bulletin number
SIB-41-02-09
Component
Suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly
Summary
Bmw vehicles: rear axle carrier (sub frame) support proposed class action settlement. Under certain circumstances, a fracture in the steel body structure could form in the area around one of the rear axle carrier mounting points. As a result, a distinct clicking noise can be heard from the area of the rear axle carrier during certain driving conditions. Model e46 (3series). No model years listed.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 20 complaints in the suspension category.

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